Job summary
We are looking for highly motivated anaesthetists for a 3-year programme which will consist of a defined series of rotations to support an application to the GMC Specialist Register via the Portfolio. Successful applicants will be go through placements at UCLH and St Bartholomew's - hospitals that conduct tertiary and quaternary clinical work and have international reputations for excellence.
Candidates will have an opportunity to apply for Locum Consultant post(s) at the end of the programme (subject to satisfactory progress and availability)
Our department's principal aim is to provide the highest quality perioperative and anaesthetic care to patients treated at UCLH - hence we are looking for outstanding candidates who are clinically excellent, exemplary communicators and who provide empathic and holistic care. We are proud to deliver excellent teamwork within the department, compassionate leadership within and external to the Trust, and genuine inclusivity and diversity in terms of the personal attributes of our members and our collective professional activities.
Main duties of the job
The CESR Programme will consist of a series of clinical rotations covering set modules in which successful applicants will receive appropriate training, teaching and assessment. All rotations must be completed, including cardiothoracics at Barts, neuroanaesthesia at NHNN, critical care and general modules at UCLH.
CESR fellows will work with their educational supervisor to develop a schedule of clinical work that, as far as possible, fulfils the goal of applying for CESR certification at the end of the programme.
There is an on call component to the post - this will vary in frequency and role depending on the site. Cultivating independent practice is an integral part of the programme and will be encouraged appropriate to the candidates' competency.
Successful applicants will be expected to contribute to the highest standards of patient care, work in accordance with trust values and partake in departmental QI, research, teaching, governance and management activities.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS (1)
- Final FRCA or equivalent (2)
- NHS experience (minimum 6 months) (2)
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise
Desirable
- Higher Degree (MSc+) (2)
- Final FRCA (2)
Experience
Essential
- Ability to practice anaesthesia in general specialties (1)
- Experience of obstetric anaesthesia to Stage 2. (2)
Desirable
- Difficult airway experience (1)
- Paediatric anaesthesia experience (1)
- Experience in critical care/ICU (1)
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Familiarity with routine airway management (1)
- Familiarity with invasive monitoring (1)
- Neuraxial blockade (1)
Desirable
- Complex airway management (1)
- Familiarity and/or experience with Plan A Regional blocks (2)
Clinical Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of anaesthetising for a wide variety of surgery in patients with multiple co morbidities (1)
- Obstetric anaesthesia
Desirable
Audit, Quality Improvement, Management
Essential
- Meaningful involvement in clinical governance, audit and quality improvement (2)
Desirable
- Lead for projects (1)
- Demonstrable and publishable effects (2)
- QI methodology knowledge &/or experience (2)
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Desirable
- E.g., All posts to include Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Research, Teaching skill & experience
Essential
- An understanding of the principles of research & teaching (1)
- Active participation in education programmes (2)
Desirable
- Experience in research +/- publishable results. (1)
- Completed educator training (2)
- Undertaken research training (e.g GCP) (1)
Person Qualities
Desirable
- Communicates clearly in written and spoken English (1)
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS (1)
- Final FRCA or equivalent (2)
- NHS experience (minimum 6 months) (2)
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise
Desirable
- Higher Degree (MSc+) (2)
- Final FRCA (2)
Experience
Essential
- Ability to practice anaesthesia in general specialties (1)
- Experience of obstetric anaesthesia to Stage 2. (2)
Desirable
- Difficult airway experience (1)
- Paediatric anaesthesia experience (1)
- Experience in critical care/ICU (1)
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Familiarity with routine airway management (1)
- Familiarity with invasive monitoring (1)
- Neuraxial blockade (1)
Desirable
- Complex airway management (1)
- Familiarity and/or experience with Plan A Regional blocks (2)
Clinical Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of anaesthetising for a wide variety of surgery in patients with multiple co morbidities (1)
- Obstetric anaesthesia
Desirable
Audit, Quality Improvement, Management
Essential
- Meaningful involvement in clinical governance, audit and quality improvement (2)
Desirable
- Lead for projects (1)
- Demonstrable and publishable effects (2)
- QI methodology knowledge &/or experience (2)
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Desirable
- E.g., All posts to include Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Research, Teaching skill & experience
Essential
- An understanding of the principles of research & teaching (1)
- Active participation in education programmes (2)
Desirable
- Experience in research +/- publishable results. (1)
- Completed educator training (2)
- Undertaken research training (e.g GCP) (1)
Person Qualities
Desirable
- Communicates clearly in written and spoken English (1)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospital
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
